Article courtesy of the
Fourth Annual Gathering of the Western Pennsylvania Corvette Clubs,
Sunday, July 13, 2003.

Many things have changed
over the years since Steel Town Corvettes was founded in 1972. Original
members of the club were primarily interested in the performance aspect
of corvettes, i.e., roadracing, autocrossing, and rallies. As the
membership expanded a more diversified club emerged. Today Steel Town is
many things to many people.

For those members interested in performance, Steel Town sponsors several
"Yenko" events throughout the year. These consist of fun
rallies, day at the drags, and autocrossing. At Steel Town's holiday
banquet in December the Don Yenko award is presented to the club member
that has acquired the most "points" for the above events.
Additional awards are given to members for their achievements throughout
the year.

Many of us enjoy cruising
during the warm weather months. Steel Town's monthly meeting begin at a
predetermined location. A club member selects an eating establishment
destination and leads the cruise. This is a great way for new and old
members to become acquainted. Other events consist of brunch and dinner
cruises once again sponsored by the club member. Additional social
events of the past year consisted of a club picnic, Fourth of July
parade and picnic, Halloween dance and a St. Patrick's Day dance.

July is the month that
Steel Town holds its annual car show. This year marks the 22nd
show, hosted by corporate sponsor, Colussy Chevrolet. The judged show is
second to none and is open to all Chevrolets including trucks. Photo
plaques are given to class winners (1 st, 2nd, 3rd place). A portion of
the proceeds is donated to charities that are suggested by club members.

When the meetings move
indoors in September, Steel Town arranges for guest speakers. This year
there were talks by Tim and "Skip" Colussy, and Jeff Crane,
Vice-President of high performance for Goodyear Tires. These special
meetings were open to other car clubs.

Steel Town's 240 plus
members are kept well informed of upcoming events and other pertinent
information through the club's monthly newsletter. Steel Town's web site
was started in the spring of 2000. Since its inception, there have been
over 6500 hits from all over the World.

Steel town Corvette Club is many things to many people. For more
information log on to our website at: www.steeltownvette.com